Uses DATA + CLK lines (true SPI). Offers high refresh rates and no camera flicker, ideal for LED screens, stage lighting, and video synchronization.
|
IC Model |
Voltage |
Grouping |
Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
|
APA102 |
5 V |
1 IC : 1 LED |
High‑speed SPI, global brightness control |
|
LPD8806 |
5 V / 12 V |
1 IC : 2 RGB |
Classic SPI driver |
|
LPD6803 |
5 V |
1 IC : 1 LED |
Early SPI IC |
|
WS2801 |
5 V |
1 IC : 1 LED |
Widely used in early LED strips |
|
SK9822 / HD107S |
5 V |
1 IC : 1 LED |
Improved APA102‑compatible ICs |
Note: Controllers must support CLK+DATA output; not compatible with standard WS2811 ports.
